Michael Vick still is the Philadelphia Eagles' starting quarterback after nine turnovers and a dismal 66.3 passer rating in their first three games, but for how long?

Andy Reid, in his Monday news conference following Sunday's 27-6 loss in Arizona, declared the team is sticking with Vick in the short term, but that doesn't mean a change won't come later.

"Right now we're with Michael," Reid said via SN correspondent Geoff Mosher of CSNPhilly.com. The coach then followed up by saying the Eagles' quarterback situation is something he will also "evaluate as we go."

It had to be rough for the Eagles to see Vick outdueled by much-maligned former Eagle Kevin Kolb, who excelled in the Cardinals' victory. Since trading Kolb away last offseason, they have shuffled in options behind Vick, including Vince Young and Mike Kafka.

But if Reid were to bench Vick now, it would be in favor of rookie third-round pick Nick Foles. Getting extended playing time in the preseason when Vick was sidelined by an injury his ribs, Foles impressed with his strong arm, decision-making and accuracy for a passer rating of 110.1.

Going with the 6-6, 243-pound Foles over the 6-0, 215-pound Vick would cause Reid to scale back the playbook, however, based on both Foles' lack of experience and limited running ability.

On the bright side, the Eagles are 2-1, tied with the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys for first place in the NFC East. They also draw the Giants at home on Sunday night in Week 4.

It was a good time to Reid to use subtle motivation for Vick, because a big performance from his quarterback against the Super Bowl champions would erase much of the early frustration.